Resumes & Cover Letters
Resume and cover letter guides: formats, structure, industry examples, and how to present your experience clearly.
How to Address Having a Gap in Your Resume
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025Don't sweat a gap in your resume. We'll show you how to handle this so it's no big deal when applying for jobs.
How to Write a Resume for a Stay-At-Home Mom or Dad Who Is Returning to Work
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025Leverage your time staying home with your family to land yourself a great job. We'll show you how to approach your time out of the traditional workforce when it comes to your resume.
What Hard Skills Should You Put On Your Resume?
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025There's a big difference between hard skills and soft skills. You need to format your resume and your skillset based on the roles you're targeting.
How to Make Your Resume ATS-Friendly
4 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025The first hurdle to get your resume seen by a recruiter is often the ATS, an electronic system that scans resumes for key words. Learn how to pass this step of the application process so you can get to interviews!
How to List Contract Work on a Resume
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025Contract work is becoming increasingly common in our modern day "gig economy." Learn how to reflect your contract work on your resume to showcase the projects you've contributed to.
Resume Do’s and Don’ts
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025There's a lot to keep track of when you're preparing your resume. We've got you covered with all of the most important tips to make your resume awesome!
What Is a Skills-Based Resume and When Should You Use One?
4 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025You might be surprised to learn that sometimes a resume shouldn't follow the standard chronological model. Learn when you should actually be using a skills-based resume
Which Resume Format or Outline Should You Choose?
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025This article explains the various professional resume templates and shows which one is the best to use for your job search.
What's the Difference Between Hard Skills Vs. Soft Skills?
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025You need hard skills and soft skills to succeed in just about any role. But there are situations when you should emphasize one more than the other. Learn the difference between these skills and went to highlight one more in your resume.
How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025It can be intimidating to ask someone for a letter of recommendation, but this doesn't have to be the case! We've got stellar templates for you and give you guidance on who you should ask for a letter of recommendation.
LinkedIn Recommendations: Examples and How to Write Them
7 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025LinkedIn recommendations are a powerful way to showcase your working style and personality. Learn how to write and ask for recommendations on LinkedIn in this guide.
What’s the Difference Between a Resume and a CV, and Which Should You Use?
7 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025It can be confusing to know how a resume differs from a CV, and which you need to submit for a job. We'll show you the difference and explain the use case for each!
How to Address a Cover Letter
7 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025Cover letters are an effective way to get your application and resume to stand out. But you must address your cover letter in a professional way. Learn exactly how to do that in this guide.
How to Compose a Career Change Cover Letter
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025It can be a real advantage to be a career changer if you know how to leverage your background and experiences. Learn how to write a cover letter that lands you an interview!
When to Use a Chronological Resume and How to Write One
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025Learn the different resume formats available to you so you can make an informed decision about using a chronological resume.
The Resume Summary for a Career Change
7 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025Changing careers requires you to sell yourself and your experiences in a way that directly relate to the responsibilities you want to take on. Learn how to write a resume that sells you for your dream job.
What Resume Sections Should You Include?
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025Your resume is vitally important to landing a job. Get a sense of the key sections you need to include in your resume so you can land an interview!
How Long Should a Resume Be? The Low-Down on 2-Page Resumes
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025There's conflicting advice out there about how long a resume should be and how far back your experiences should go. This article tells you exactly what to include on your resume and how long it should be.
How to Structure a Sales Resume
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025If you want to sell a product or service, you better be able to sell yourself! Learn how to write a top-notch resume to land a sales job.
How to Write a Killer Internship Resume
5 min readby Caroline BantonUpdated Dec 18, 2025If you're seeking an internship opportunity, be sure to read this guide to learn what to include on your resume so you can land the job.
